Mining sites require extensive equipment to keep operations running smoothly. This equipment needs to be regularly updated and maintained in order to keep mining sites safe and efficient. Here are some of the most common types of mining equipment used in the mining industry today:
Hydraulic Mining Shovels: These large machines are used to remove loose soil and rock from the earth. They can also be used to dig trenches or holes for explosives.
Large Mining Trucks: These vehicles are used to transport materials from one point to another on the mining site. They can carry large loads and are often used to transport ore or waste material from the mine.
Electric Rope Shovels: These machines are used to dig holes or trenches in the earth. They are also used to remove loose rock and soil from the surface of the mining site.
Large Dozers: These machines are used to move large amounts of soil and rock on the mining site. They can also be used to push overburden out of the way when mining coal or other minerals.
Rotary Drill Rigs and Rock Drills: These machines are used to drill holes into the earth. They can be used to drill for water, oil, or gas. They can also be used to blast holes in rock for mining operations.
Motor Graders: These machines are used to level the ground on the mining site. They can also be used to move large amounts of soil and rock around the site.
Large Wheel Loaders: These machines are used to load materials onto trucks or other vehicles. They can also be used to move soil and rock around the mining site.
If you need any other info about mining equipment, feel free to contact us to learn more about the industry and about safeguards for all this top equipment in your mine.
This post was written by Justin Tidd, Director at Becker/SMC. For nearly a half a century, Becker Mining has been at the forefront of safety, producing the best E House in the industry. Becker/SMC is the industry’s leader in increasingly more sophisticated electrical control systems. Most of the major innovations, design features and specialized electrical components have been developed by Becker/SMC.